Our Team

At Woodcrest Village, our team strongly believes that no one position or person is more important than another. Without each individual contributing to our mission in a unique way, our community would not run as well as it does. Collectively, our team consists of licensed nurses, resident assistants, licensed nursing assistants, housekeepers, activity assistants, concierges, cooks, and dining room hostesses. The following individuals are the leaders in each of the departments at Woodcrest Village.

Bethany Brenner, Executive Director

Bethany has spent the last 27 years ‘growing up’ in this family-owned business. From washing dishes to resident care, there isn’t a position she hasn’t held. Her educational background includes a Master’s degree in Management from Brandeis University and an undergraduate degree from the University of New Hampshire in Health Management and Policy. She is responsible for the general operations of Woodcrest Village and works very closely with each department director to ensure complete resident satisfaction.

Sarah Dowsett, R.N., Health Services Director

Sarah Dowsett, RN took over the reins as Woodcrest Village’s Health Services Director on August 18.  Sarah’s experience in nursing will be a great benefit to our community. She joins us from Sullivan County Healthcare where her responsibilities included training and education of staff on documentation and nursing practice, monitoring quality indicators and managing quality improvement projects, and the creation and maintenance of individualized care plans for residents. Prior to that she was a case manager for the Lake Sunapee VNA and Hospice. She worked as a hospice nurse in case management. Other experiences include staff nursing at local long term care facilities and working as a registered nurse on a medical surgical unit. She attended Ave Maria University in Ypsilanti, MI where she graduated with a Bachelor of Philosophy in Theology. Sarah went on to Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner, MA to earn her nursing degree.

Sarah is thrilled to join Woodcrest, providing excellent care to residents and building on its outstanding reputation as the region’s premiere assisted living community.

Sara Sidway, Business Office Manager

Sara is responsible for the monthly billing and human resources at Woodcrest Village. Over the years, Sara has worked as a bookkeeper for local businesses including Marshall’s Garage, and Morgan Hill Bookstore. However, her fondest memories come from the years she worked in her family-run furniture business.

Sean Gillery, Director of Community Relations

Sean joins Woodcrest after nearly thirty years serving in leadership roles at not-for-profit organizations including New Hampshire Public Radio, Keene State College, and New Hampshire Audubon.  “I’ve had the pleasure of visiting Woodcrest on a number of occasions over the years and have always been impressed by the kindness and professionalism of the entire staff.  I am thrilled to be joining the team in service of our current and future residents.”

Jeff Lewis, Director of Food Service

Locally sourced, himself, Jeff lives in Springfield, NH where he operates a small farm with his wife and 2 children. He has worked in kitchens throughout the region for over 25 years as he has developed his culinary skills, including five years as Executive Chef at The New London Inn and most recently as Food Service director for Summercrest Assisted Living in Newport. Jeff is passionate about locally sourced food as well as sustainable dining.  Jeff’s first day was Mother’s Day at which he created a sumptuous celebratory feast.

Paul Gross, Director of Facilities

Paul was raised in Newton, MA before moving to Wayland, MA in 1988 to start a painting and wallpaper hanging business.  He married the love of his life Erica Lynne in 1997 and had their one and only child, Sterling, that same year.  In 2000, Paul moved his family to Bradford, NH where he started a construction and property management company that he ran for 18 years.  Most recently, Paul was the head of maintenance at New England College in Henniker.  He is thrilled to be part of the Woodcrest Village family.

Megan Loomis, Director of Activities

Megan come to us with many years of experience at The Clough Center and will start her journey at Woodcrest Village on Easter Sunday! Her enthusiasm and considerable experience make her a fabulous addition to our community. Megan develops and implements the Woodcrest Village monthly social calendar and plans the community events.  “I live in Newbury NH with my family and enjoy hiking in the White Mountains and spending time on the lake kayaking and swimming. I’m very excited to join the Woodcrest team! Each year on Halloween the kids in the neighborhood love coming to visit Woodcrest. The Residents are so generous with their candy and always invite us in to warm up when it’s bitter cold outside. I remember Christmas caroling one year with Mrs. Lizotte’s second grade class and thinking to myself what a great place this would be to work. Needless to say, I’m delighted to begin this next chapter and look forward to meeting the Residents, families and staff.”

Tina Davis, Concierge and Administrative Assistant

Tina comes to us with years of experience working with seniors. She has worked as an LNA, rehabilitation technician, and spent the last seven years as the activity director in an assisted living community in Warner NH. She prides herself on being compassionate and respectful with great attention to detail and organization. Tina has been a resident of Hillsborough, NH for 25 years, originally from Manchester NH. She has a beautiful daughter and a five-year-old granddaughter—that is the apple of her eye.